VW Distributor Technical Articles

Someone wrote with problems with the 34 PICT/3 carburetor on his 1600cc twin-port engine (new manifold boots and gaskets, new plugs and leads, 009 centrifugal-advance distributor). I have read lots on the common “flat spot” problem (stumbling at low-rpm acceleration) and have tried the adjustments, but I still have the flat spot. I have opened up carburetor and checked the float, needle valve and seat — all okay. I also cleaned and blew out all visible rubbish. The motor seems to idle okay, but it spits and coughs when accelerating. If I up the size of the main jet and idle jet by one size or two will this help?

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Engine will not rotate when attempting to start

Check for loose battery terminal connections or corrosion.

Battery is discharged or faulty.

The Automatic Stick Shift is not in Neutral.

There could be broken, loose or disconnected wiring in the starting circuit.

The starter motor pinion is jammed in the flywheel ring gear.

The starter solenoid is faulty.

The starter motor is faulty.

The ignition switch is faulty.

The starter pinion or flywheel teeth are worn or broken.
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